Editorial Standards

Sourcing

We rely on primary sources whenever they exist, including federal and state data releases, statutes, regulations, agency guidance and original research reports. When we cite secondary reporting, we name the outlet and link to it. Every article includes a source list.

Accuracy and verification

Figures, dates and legal effective dates are checked against the original source before publication. Where sources disagree, we say so. We distinguish clearly between what a law requires, what an agency has proposed and what commentators expect.

Independence

People Desk is published by Incipio Workforce Solutions. The publisher does not review stories before publication, and commercial relationships do not determine coverage. If a story involves an Incipio client or partner, we disclose it in the article.

Not legal advice

Our compliance coverage explains laws and agency actions for a general business audience. It is not legal advice. Employers should consult qualified employment counsel about their specific situation.

Images

We use photography licensed for free use through Unsplash and Wikimedia Commons, and we credit photographers and licenses on every image. Stock images illustrate topics and do not depict the people or organizations named in a story unless the caption says so.

How we label stories

Every article carries a label under its section name. Analysis pieces interpret new data or events and explain what they mean for employers. Explainers set out what a law or rule requires and where it stands. Guides offer practical steps for HR and hiring teams, grounded in research and law. We do not publish sponsored content, and we will label opinion and interviews clearly when we publish them.

Corrections

When we get something wrong, we fix it and say so. Corrections are noted at the bottom of the affected article with the date of the change. To report an error, use our contact page and include the article link and the correct information with a source.